Becker's Healthcare June 10, 2024
More patients are turning to DIY testing to understand and treat their conditions, but physicians worry the tests could lead to unsafe practices, The Washington Post reported June 9.
A growing network of independent lab startups is offering at-home tests for conditions including menopause, food sensitivity, thyroid function, testosterone levels, ADHD and sexually transmitted diseases. These tests could be fueling a growing distrust of “Big Medicine” and providers that began during the pandemic, when more patients sought their own medical information online and normalized giving themselves COVID-19 tests.
The home diagnostic market generated $5 billion annually and is expected to nearly double by 2032, a market research firm found. Venture capitalists and entrepreneurs told the Post they hope frequent at-home...
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